Looking for Your Next Movie or Series? Find the Stories You’d Expect, and Those You Wouldn’t on Disney+

Disney+ isn’t just for kids, you know? Sure, it’s got all the stories you’d expect (and love), but it’s also packed full of stories that might just surprise you. There’s something for everyone, every moment, every mood, and every age, and here’s what’s on our screens...

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by Marielo Gomez |
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Don’t you just love it when you watch a film that you can’t wait to tell all your friends about, or get hooked into a series where you can’t wait for the next episode and the next and the next? Us too.

Thankfully, you can find all that, and so much more, on Disney+ right now.

Yes, Disney+ has got all those classic films and series that you’d already guess are on there, but it’s also got a whole lot more than you’d expect, too! From mega blockbuster titles to original and exclusive series to breath-taking documentaries and cult reality shows, there’s definitely something for everyone – all for just £7.99 a month.

Want to know what we’re watching right now?

Take a look below – there might be some surprises along the way.

Seriously Good Series

Welcome to Earth

A Disney+ original series from National Geographic, Welcome to Earth sees two-time Academy Award nominee Will Smith set out on a truly extraordinary adventure around the world, discovering its wonders and secrets along the way. Will gets up close to some of the planet’s most incredible sights and spectacles in this cinematic six-part series – now streaming, only on Disney+.

Pam & Tommy (Available to stream from 2nd February)

Long before there was Paris and Kim, there was Pamela, and pretty soon, there will be Pam & Tommy on Disney+. This eight-episode series follows the sex tape scandal of the 90s icon played by Lily James and the Mötley Crüe drummer as their intimate film becomes the first-ever viral video, while also giving us an insight into the couple who got married after only knowing each other for 96 hours. And from what we’ve seen, the costume department pulled out all the stops to transform this English rose into the ultimate American pin-up.

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Music to Our Ears

Moana

When an ancient curse incurred by the Demigod Maui (who’s voiced by none other than Dwayne The Rock Johnson) reaches Moana’s beautiful island, she hits the ocean and braves adventure to seek out Maui, lift the curse, and save her home. Not only is this film all about Girl Power, it’s also got a soundtrack that we play on repeat. Streaming now, only on Disney+.

The Beatles: Get Back

We all know The Beatles, but how well do you really know John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr? In this original docuseries, Oscar-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson transports us back in time and takes us inside the band’s intimate recording sessions, and shows the genius and the camaraderie of those four men. Jackson is the only person in 50 years to have been granted access to these private film archives, and now here’s sharing them with us. All episodes are available to stream now.

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Quirky Characters

Disney’s Encanto

Do you ever feel like the odd one out in your family? Well, that’s exactly how Mirabel feels. All of the members of the Madrigal family have been blessed with special powers, all of them except Mirabel. But when the magic that surrounds their supernatural home is in danger, it’s up to Mirabel – the ordinary one – to do something extraordinary. This is one of those heart-warming films that’ll give you all the feels. Stream exclusively on Disney+ now.

Only Murders in the Building

Put Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez together and what have you got? One of our favourite new comedy series. In Only Murders in the Building, three true-crime obsessives become embroiled in one. When a gruesome death occurs in their exclusive apartment building, the trio comes together to solve the suspected murder, and find plenty of trouble along the way. And with a cast this good, you know you’ll be hooked too. Available to stream now.

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All Star Line Up

Toy Story 4

Join Buzz, Jessie and Woody as they embark on a road-trip that leads to an unexpected reunion with the ever so chic, Ms Bo Peep. With some new characters added to the toy box, you’re guaranteed some laugh out loud moments whilst satisfying your 90’s Toy Story nostalgia. Stream Toy Story 1, 2, 3 & 4 on Disney+ now.

The King's Man (Available to stream 9th February)

With Colin Firth, Stanley Tucci and Ralph Fiennes starring, follow one man in his race against time to stop one of history’s worst criminals as they plot a war that could destroy humanity. Not the animated love story you’d expect from Disney, trust us, you’re going to want to buckle up for this one...

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Conspiracies and Crimes

Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye

Set in a post-blip New York City, this original new series from Marvel Studios’ sees former Avenger Clint Barton aka Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) reluctantly teaming up with young and skilled archer Kate Bishop (Haileee Steinfeld) to unravel a major criminal conspiracy. A hunk and a heroine? We’re in! Watch exclusively on Disney+ now.

Dopesick

Delve into the disturbing world of opiods in this thrilling and chilling original series on Disney+. From the boardrooms of Big Pharma to a distressed Virginia mining community, this series takes us to the centre of America’s drug problem and the corporate forces behind the crisis. It’s intense and it’s eye-opening and we can’t stop watching. Catch up with the series in full, streaming now.

Dopesick, Marvel Studio's Hawkeye

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